THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE
Efficiency & Resiliency for Cold Storage
Making the world’s cold storage systems more efficient and resilient while reducing energy costs up to 50%.
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PROTECTING FOOD QUALITY
Increased temperature stability inside freezers.
Preserve food quality & shelf life, avoid micro-thawing and large crystal formations.
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REDUCING YOUR RISK
Protecting temperatures, product, and profits.
Business resiliency from temperature variability, equipment malfunction, power outages, product liability, and rising energy costs.
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OVERCOMING THE PEAK
Avoid peak period energy costs.
Long-duration energy storage to shift load & reduce peak demand up to 13 hours each day.
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Video
Why we do what we do We believe refrigeration and the cold chain can do more with less - better protected food, more resilient & sustainable facilities, and less energy use while helping utilities address the electrical grid challenges.
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Case Study
Utility Demonstration Project Report SCE completed a two-year evaluation of our energy saving Thermal Energy Storage technology.
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Case Study
CEC Report CEC included our Thermal Energy Storage in the blueprint for a path to net zero emissions for commercial buildings.
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Presentation
Refrigeration Engineers Presentation Watch this 21-minute refrigeration engineering presentation by Global Director Brad North P.E,, CEM for a deeper understanding of PCM thermodynamics, how TES minimizes: temperature stratification, energy use, and GHG, along with other benefits.
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Awards
Viking Cold is named to 2021 Top Green Providers for 5th consecutive year We are proud to be selected to Food Logistics Top Green Providers for the 5th year in a row.
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Awards
London's Energy Institute names Viking Cold as their annual Technology Innovation For our Thermal Energy Storage technology’s contributions to the stability of the electrical grid and improved refrigeration sustainability.
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Case Study & Video
TES in an Ammonia Refrigerated Low-Temperature Warehouse Decreased consumption 43% and demand 29% for 13 hours.
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Client Energy Savings
 
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Total electricity consumption we've saved our clients with our long-duration energy storage + efficiency technology. Cost savings are even greater when we consider demand and TOU improvements with our solutions.
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Video
Learn how Thermal Energy Storage improves efficiencies, adds flexibility, and protects frozen food. See how TES works to improve energy use, GHG, temperature stability, and resiliency of cold storage operations.
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Case Study
TES in a Grocery Store Walk-In Freezer International grocery chain finds up to 85% load reduction and a 60% peak period run-time reduction for multiple energy saving strategies.
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Intelligent Long-Duration Thermal Energy Storage

Viking Cold Solutions™ is a thermal energy management company focused on making the world’s cold storage systems more efficient, flexible, and sustainable while protecting food quality. Our long-duration Thermal Energy Storage (TES) Systems, with a levelized cost of energy (LCOE) less than 2 cents per kWh, have been installed inside frozen food production, storage, and distribution facilities around the world. Viking Cold’s innovative application of environmentally-friendly Phase Change Materials (PCM) and cloud-based intelligent controls and monitoring combines energy storage with efficiency to enable flexible energy management and reduced energy costs.

See How TES Adds Efficiency & Flexibility to Refrigeration

 

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Viking Cold Solutions enables companies to achieve up to a 35% or greater reduction in energy costs through efficiency and energy storage flexibility.

Thermal Energy Storage (TES) leverages phase change material to store energy in the form of cold for future use. It is engineered to freeze/thaw at specific temperatures commonly used in frozen cold storage (-20°F to 32°F or -28°C to 0°C). This allows the refrigeration equipment to be turned off for long periods of time (up to 13 hours) while maintaining stable temperatures in the freezer.

Our TES system works well for new construction, retrofit, or refurbishment projects.

We save our customers 20 to 35% or more on their energy costs (some up to 50%). TES adds efficiencies and flexibility to existing refrigeration systems to avoid peak pricing, reduce overall load, and reduce net consumption. Now cold storage operators and grocery stores can buy, store, and use their energy when it's most economical for them.
Thermal energy storage stabilizes temperatures by reducing the number of temperature fluctuations, dramatically slowing the temperatures' rate of rise, and providing thermal back up resiliency to maintain temperatures 3X longer in the event of a power outage or equipment failure.
TES improves the efficiency of existing refrigeration systems in many ways. 1) increasing the percentage of refrigeration run time during hours with lower ambient temperatures 2) running the compressors at maximum designed efficiency levels 3) consolidating up to 85% of the heat infiltration directly in the refrigeration air flow 4) no additional mechanical components or parasitic energy consumption 5) the PCM’s higher heat transfer rate (eight-times that of frozen food). All of this means more heat is removed using less equipment run time and an average of 26% fewer kWh.
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Recent Posts From Our Blog
Viking Cold Solutions Strengthens Community Bonds with Holiday Volunteer Effort at Houston Food Bank

Continuing our tradition of giving back, Viking Cold Solutions volunteered at the Houston Food Bank over the holiday season.  The team rolled up their sleeves to tackle a variety of tasks, from building and breaking down boxes to packing essential food items for local pantries.  Pallets of goods were transferred to assembly lines, and the kitchen buzzed with activity as a holiday lunch was prepared for those in need. The Houston Food Bank is a solution to both hunger and food waste.  Around 1 million people in the 18 southeast Texas counties served by Houston Food Bank are considered food insecure – lacking consistent access to enough nutritious food to fuel a healthy life.  To address this challenge, the Houston Food Bank distributes food and other essentials through a network of more than 1,600 community partners.  In addition, the food bank provides programs and services aimed at helping families achieve long-term stability which include nutrition education, health management, and help in securing state-funded assistance and other services. At Viking Cold Solutions, we believe in paying forward our good fortune by supporting food banks across the globe with our Thermal Energy Storage technology.  This innovative solution reduces energy costs and allows food banks to allocate more resources toward serving their communities.  The most recent addition to Viking Cold Solutions food bank portfolio includes Feeding Northeast Florida.  We completed a project for Feeding Northeast Florida in December just in time for the holidays and the New Year season.  By providing food banks with sustainable technology, Viking Cold Solutions helps organizations like the Houston Food Bank and Feeding Northeast Florida to extend their reach and increase their impact in the fight against hunger.

Thermal Energy Storage: Shaping the Future of Demand Management & Renewable Energy

Renewable energy has long been synonymous with wind and solar — sources derived from nature’s ability to create energy that emit zero greenhouse gases.  Today, Thermal Energy Storage (TES) is emerging as a critical component of the renewable energy landscape, standing alongside wind and solar as part of the solution for a cleaner, more resilient energy future. At this year’s Energy Efficiency Policy Forum, put on by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), demand response and virtual power plants (VPPs) were key topics of discussion, with Thermal Energy Storage increasingly recognized as a vital component.  TES provides a reliable and cost-effective means of storing and releasing energy as cold or heat, helping balance supply and demand.  By integrating with distributed energy resources like solar and wind, TES enhances the efficiency and flexibility of VPPs, storing excess renewable energy for later use, reducing grid strain, and improving energy resilience. The ACEEE is a nonprofit focused on advancing energy efficiency to foster economic growth and address climate change which is committed to reducing energy waste, supporting equitable economic opportunities, and improving public health and the environment.  This year’s Policy Forum centered on shaping federal energy policies, with discussions on building efficiency, transitioning industries to low-carbon practices, and enhancing electric vehicle and freight systems.  The forum aimed to influence policies that strengthen U.S. competitiveness and address climate challenges. Inspired by the discussions at the Energy Efficiency Policy Forum, Viking Cold Solutions leadership team took these learnings to the subsequent Department of Energy’s Deploy 24 Conference.  The focus of the DOE conference was on accelerating the deployment of critical energy and decarbonization technologies, such as TES, across the U.S.  At both events, Viking Cold engaged with policy makers, utility companies, and developers, exploring the growing opportunities TES offers for increased utilization of renewables.  Viking Cold Solutions is ready to partner with our customers and ensure they achieve their sustainability goals. Photos by ACEEE and DOE.

Driving Innovation and Sustainability: Highlights from CEBA

With energy costs on the rise and increasing pressure on companies to meet sustainability goals, energy efficiency has become essential for the cold chain and controlled-environment industries.  The Controlled Environment Building Association (CEBA), part of the Global Cold Chain Alliance, focuses on advancing cold chain infrastructure by supporting the design, construction, and maintenance of cold storage facilities and other controlled environment buildings.  Through its Conference & Expo, CEBA connects industry professionals, shares best practices, and promotes innovations that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability across temperature-controlled facilities. CEBA values sustainable design and improving facility resiliency, emphasizing the value of proactive planning to reduce costs, streamline workflows, and implement energy-efficient solutions like Viking Cold Solutions’ Thermal Energy Storage (TES) technology.  The growing demand for energy and strain on the grid has sparked discussions at the event around alternatives such as solar power, natural gas generators, lithium batteries, and the construction of modern, efficient cold storage facilities to replace aging infrastructure.  Solutions like TES help ensure consistent temperature control, operational reliability, demand reduction, and lowered energy consumption, supporting the cold chain industry's shift toward greater sustainability and resilience. With a record-breaking 500+ attendees at the 44th CEBA Conference & Expo, Viking Cold Solutions had the opportunity to network with decision makers, executives, and industry leaders.  CEBA drives industry progress by fostering collaboration, encouraging innovation in facility design and construction, and supporting businesses in reducing costs and environmental impact.  The conference also celebrated industry excellence with the Built by the Best Awards.  Viking Cold Solutions congratulates Americold/Stellar on their win in the over $35M category for their ASRS facility in Russellville, AR, featuring 42,000 pallet positions, 136,000 square feet, and 140-foot clear heights.  By supporting the development of modern, resilient facilities during events like their annual conference, CEBA strengthens the entire cold chain infrastructure to meet evolving demands.

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